The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Manchester
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£455
Fastest journey
1 d 24 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1638 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Budapest to Manchester you need to make at least 4 changes.

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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, and a train costs an average of £450.
Distance: 1638 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£458 Average Price | £145 Average Price | £140 Average Price Cheapest |
26h 13m Average total duration 25h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 36m Average total duration 36h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.9 - 9.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Manchester trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:55 Budapest | 24h24 | 14:19 Manchester | 4 changes | |
![]() | 19:55 Budapest | 25h24 | 21:19 Manchester | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Manchester
Trains from Budapest to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £450 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 09:04. The fastest train covers the 1638 km distance in 24h 24m.
Distance 1638 km |
Average train duration 25h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £450 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 24h 24m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 09:04 |
Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet from Budapest to Manchester trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet trains will get you between Budapest and Manchester from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
Regiojet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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